NAME: Mark Visser.

PROFESSION: Big wave surfer, author, keynote speaker, mindset coach and founder of The Ocean Warrior.

INFLUENCES: Muhammad Ali, Michael Jordan and people who live and speak their truth.

FAVOURITE PLACES: Tahiti, Fiji, Hawaii and Queensland Australia.

GOALS: To be the best version of myself, help inspire others, be an awesome husband and father to my two daughters.

Mark Visser is an Australian big wave surfer, author, keynote speaker, mindset coach, founder of The Ocean Warrior and the 2014/15 Big Wave paddle in champion. Mark made history by surfing one of the world’s biggest waves at Jaws (Pe’ahi), Maui, in total darkness. A true world first achievement, known globally as Night Rider. Marks feats are not only about surfing, but adventure, exploration and staying connected as a team under extreme pressure.

For the past 13 years Mark has been a mindset coach to some of the world’s most successful individuals and organisations. Working as a personal coach for world champion Kelly Slater, Australian SAS, US Navy Seals, Olympic athletes, sporting teams and business professionals. He specializes in emotional intelligence and helping individuals connect to their ultimate self.

From 2019-present, Mark is a mindset coach for the Melbourne FC working with head coach Simon Goodwin. The club won it’s first AFL premiership in 56 years and Simon was awarded 'Coach of the year’. Prior to this, Mark was involved with the Richmond FC pre-season training camps and worked directly with leadership players to see their first premiership in 36 years.   more.